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    Boutary

    4.9 (38 reviews)
    PriceyFrench, Specialty Food
    Closed 12:30 pm - 2:00 PM, 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM

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    Kyli W.

    I cannot overstate this - this was the most decident and amazing caviar experience I've ever had! All the dishes were very creative and the flavors meshed so well even though you'd never have thought it. We did the upgraded 7 course and it was so well worth it. Amazing amazing experience.

    First course: potato and caviar
    Diandra L.

    Some people say Paris is more beautiful in the rain. I have to agree because the rainy evening I spent at Boutary was one of my favorite parts of my recent trip. Boutary is a restaurant offering tasting menus featuring caviar and Champagne. This offering drew me in like a moth to a flame, and coupled with the fact that my bestie told me it was a must based on her experience on her own recent trip, I booked a resi for myself and my sister and dad. This was an absolute treat. The Boutary house has been established since 1888 and have their own sturgeon to produce the highest quality caviar. You can choose from a caviar tasting or opt for one of the coursed menus that features caviar. We went with the 3-course tasting that is priced at 99 Euro. It starts with a bump of caviar as well as a phenomenal description of the restaurant and its heritage. Then it moves on to both an appetizer and entree that feature caviar. You finish with your choice of dessert. I would not say the portions are overwhelmingly large, but they aren't tiny either. For the price, it was an absolutely fabulous experience and filled with caviar. On top of the life of luxury I experienced eating so much caviar in one sitting, I also got to pair my experience with Champagne and some delicious white wine. The atmosphere at Boutary is intimate, cozy and elegant with the service to match. I would definitely put this as a stop on your Paris list if you want something special.

    Rosi A.

    I was looking for an elegant but not over-the-top spot for a dinner in Paris, and came across a recommendation for Boutary. Overall, it was a lovely experience, with a few small caveats [more on that below]. The food itself was really, really good - with attention to detail both on the taste and the visual side. Their specialty - the caviar - that they cultivate at the Black Sea coast was quite pleasant and reminded of childhood flavors (before it became the "extravagance" it is today). The service was a tad distracted at times, with a few faux pas that they fixed quickly and readily. While the service all up might need a bit more polishing for the place to qualify for a Michelin star, I have to say that, compared to my subsequent meals in Paris, the team at Boutary was by far the most friendly and accommodating, especially Frédéric. The place is small but elegant (with lots of red, which I don't mind but it might be not to everyone's taste), and is tucked away in a side street off the main tourist tracks in Saint Germain des Pres, so it is quiet and cute. Circling back to the food, among the things that stood out to me on the 7-course version of the tasting menu was the dessert: between the two options, I decided to go with the Cuban-themed chocolate one that may have sounded exotic but turned out to be delightful. I was not sure how I felt about the promise of an infusion of Cuban cigar smoke and mojito in a dessert but was beyond pleasantly surprised. Quite a high note to end the dinner, and clearly showed the chef's mastery in this department. All in all, it was a pleasant evening.

    Rebecca L.

    Incredible dining experience. Very attentive service, every dish was a work of art both in presentation and in taste. Cozy ambiance perfect for a date or intimate family gathering. I was particularly blown away by the caviar potato appetizer and the desserts.

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    Kate P.

    How this place doesn't have a star- or two- is beyond me. Had such an incredible meal here!! We did the 5 course tasting menu and 3 glass wine tasting and every course was better than the next. Their signature potato dish was the star and not far behind was their caviar selection. The staff were so lovely and had such great conversation with them. The vibe of the entire place was great! Would 1000% return. Book and you won't regret!

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    Enrique P.

    This place is very special. They farm their own caviar. They had a 7 course menu or a 5 course menu. We ordered the 7 course menu and it was superb. The service was impeccable, the waiter spoke multiple languages and was very informative. The ambience was ok. They have a Michelin star. It a bit pricey and if you are up for some fine dining this is a good option.

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    Michael M.

    We tried Boutary for the first time tonight and it was absolutely amazing. The food was top notch, the service was very attentive and warm. The restaurant was chic with the upstairs dining room inspired by kintsugi with the gold in the cracked walls. We did the 5 course tasting menu with wine pairing. Every wine selection paired perfectly and they were very accommodating with anyone's preferences. We added a three course caviar menu as well and the caviar tastings were some of the best we had. If you are in Paris, this is definitely a place to come and enjoy.

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    Jessica M.

    This meal is going down in my personal history as a top 5 of all time. Our server, Charles, was so pleasant and informative about every dish we were enjoying. The caviar assortment to start the night was fascinating and delicious. Each course that followed was better than the next. I would love to go back and have that meal again and again. Definitely going on my list to go back to the next time we are in Paris.

    Jen S.

    5 Star meal and worth the splurge in Paris! Make sure you make reservations well in advance. This gem is worth it. Atmosphere is bold, trendy and upscale but romantic. A very unusual combination yet it works. We started with a caviar and champagne tasting. Wonderful! The appetizer we had was the Pomme de Terre. We only ordered one to share. THAT was a mistake. It was so delicious I could have just had that for dinner. It was unbelievably amazing and decadent. My husband and I still talk about it. I ordered for my main course the Wild Cod and my husband Pork, prepared in various ways with different cuts. It must have been a special for the night because I cannot see it on the current menu. Both dishes were impeccably presented and prepared. It was quite the experience dining here. Visited June 2017

    Michael C.

    Pricey place but really good. The chef is half Japanese-half Korean so there is a ton of Asian influence in the cuisine here. Each course was paired with high end Bordeaux wines and we finished the entire meal off with a Polish flavored vodka. Honestly the pictures don't do the food justice. So many quality ingredients and such well composed meals. I was in awe. It's almost sacrilegious that this place doesn't have a Michelin star. Whatever the reason it is, it can't be the food. The decor was interesting. Most of the lighting was in the walls and the red backdrop of the restaurant gave it a pretty unique feeling. This place has a Russian name, and an Asian chef who is preparing French food! Whodathunk? Not so humbly submitted, Michael C.

    Vivian Y.

    The service is very good! The waiter even have flash light ready for customer to take picture of the food every dish is delicious. The ice cream is very special, it is basil ice cream. This restaurant is highly recommend.

    Amanda J.

    GO HERE! I know this might not show up as the top restaurant in Paris because it lacks a large quantity of reviews, but I promise it's delicious and you'll love it! My boyfriend and I came here for a nice meal on our last night in Europe before heading back to the US and it was wonderful. I'm gluten free and pescatarian and they easily and willingly accommodated the tasting menu to my needs. Every course was so delicious and the wine was equally as wonderful. This place will have a Michelin Star (or two) in the next year or so. Go now before it gets even more expensive!

    Christine Z.

    This restaurant reminds me of Buzzfeed's Worth It series for the $$$ price point. We had a delicious five course meal including monkfish cheeks, steak and root vegetables, potato cake and caviar, and raspberry sorbet, to name a few highlights. The waiter was extremely professional and accommodated all of our questions in English. This restaurant is an excellent example of high class French food with striking red, black, and white decor. However, it was rather pricey and I can name plenty of French restaurants at the $$ price point that would be my Worth It winner.

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    Their caviar selection is awesome. No intrusive service but attentive. We flew back from Chicago to experience again

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    Good food, great ambiance and nice service and ambiance . A couple dishes were off the mark but overall great experience.

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    Took my husband here for dinner for his birthday. The restaurant is known for their cavier. We had their tasting menu and it was amazing.

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    High quality food. The taste and presentation is top notch, and prices are reasonable for the quality.

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    It starts with a bump of caviar as well as a phenomenal description of the restaurant and its heritage.

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    Le Comptoir de la Gastronomie - An amazing French onion soup...

    Le Comptoir de la Gastronomie

    4.5(1.5k reviews)
    1.2 kmChâtelet/Les Halles, 1er
    €€

    The most life- changing experience with French cuisine. This is what French culinary dreams are…read moremade of. Get the appetizer grilled foie gras with side of greens, you won't regret it. The richness of the flavor and the texture which is not reminiscent of the traditional roasted duck or foie gras, but rather a much more like a luxurious and indulgent version. We enjoyed our dinner on the outside of the restaurant after about a 20-30 minute wait. The bone marrow had the best flavor I've experienced for the dish. However, it is definitely overshadowed by the rich flavor of the foie gras. This experience was unforgettable, with our view of Parisian streets on a brisk, April night. We even came back on our last night, but didn't realize the hours on Google maps was for the deli. The restaurant closes earlier, before 9:00 PM. This meal got us thinking about Paris in a positive light, and we hope to be able to come back to eat the amazing dishes again!

    This place feels like a Foie Gras specialist but also, a tourist destination. Over 80% of the…read morepatrons here were tourists. As a Chinese, I understood more than 50% of the conservations (Chinese). Which doesn't mean anything about the food. Just observation. Onion soup - 2 stars. First, the cheese failed to emit the baked, melted gruyere cheese, there is no aroma at all. I don't think they used gruyere cheese. May be mozzarella cheese. The worst part was the bread in the soup. It tasted stale which ruin the flavor of the soup. I had to finish without the bread. Escargot - Another disappointment. What made escargots special was the garlic butter and herb. Here, there were the herbs, no garlic, and French is famous with their butter but I taste oil but not buttery. Other places I actually get excited dipping the bread into the garlic butter but not here. Pan seared Foie gras - The quality of Foie Gras was definitely there. It's not as well seared as I hope but they managed to cook it through without overcooking it. The size of Foie Gras is kind of scary, it's like a small piece of rib eye steak. With just the onion soup and Foie Gras, I could barely swallow anything. Generous portion.

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    Brasserie Bellanger - Couldn't decide between the Bernaise sauce or garlic herb butter so got both!

    Brasserie Bellanger

    4.7(90 reviews)
    3.0 kmGare du Nord/La Chapelle, Strasbourg-St Denis/Bonne Nouvelle, 10ème

    How was flying out Charles de Gaulle Airport the next day and I just arrived from Frankfurt Germany…read moreby train when I looked up a French restaurant near the Gard du Nords train station and found BB. Luca was my server and he was very welcoming in hospitable to this weary traveler. I sat on the patio towards the end of the row so I could take in the atmosphere and people watch a bit. Luca Recommended a meal with a mashed potatoes and sausage with French bread and salad and it sounded tasty so I gave it a go! All the flavors went well together; mashed potatoes were well seasoned the sausage had a good flavor, and the salad with the vinaigrette added a crunch in an extra flavor as well. I drank a French hard cider while I gobbled up my meal, which also was new for me and tasted great after I was done my meal. Luke brought me a shot with rum and some other ingredients, including lemon that definitely hit the spot after a good meal.I recommend Brasserie Belanger for anyone near GDN Train Station that enjoys great food and patio dining. Cheers!

    Had dinner here this evening after scoring a last minute reservation for four. Seated quickly after…read morearrival at 1900, with our server greeting us shortly thereafter. The restaurant itself isn't small, but really not big, so it's definitely worthwhile to make a reservation at least a week or so on advance, otherwise you're pushing your luck. Everyone ordered steak frites (2 rump steak, 2 flank) and no one was disappointed. Steaks were cooked to order, although medium here in France is more like medium rare in the States, just be advised. The restaurant itself is lively and fun with lots of chatting, laughing and good times being shared. Desserts were Crème Brûlée and Apple Crumble, neither of which were disappointing. We definitely enjoyed our dinner and would likely return again. This time with a reservation made well in advance.

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    Bistro des Augustins - Fermier

    Bistro des Augustins

    4.4(562 reviews)
    0.3 kmSaint-Michel/Odéon, 6ème
    €€

    Found the Bistro on Yelp and made reservations for 8:30pm for dinner with my son and I while we…read morewere in Paris on our way to Germany. Just finished a long bike ride to the Eiffel Tower and worked up an appetite. Decided to go straight to the main course. They are known for Au Gratins. My son is not a cheese fan so he opted for the norvigene (smoked salmon in dill lemon and EVOO. I decided to stick with the house specialty; Landais Au Gratin (cream potatoes, duck breast and emmental cheese). The 2 girls beside me ordered a cider with both their meals so I followed their lead. When in Paris...... Considering the temperature, I almost second-guess myself and ordered something other than their house specialty of au gratin potatoes. In the end, I was very glad I overruled that thought. Brody enjoyed his meal. He just appeared to still be hungry when it was done and a 16 year-old boy that normally has a high caloric intake, I can understand why he wanted a second meal after eating his first! The restaurant in the patio were quite crowded even though we had reservations. They still sat us within five minutes of arrival. Not five minutes is a long time away, but it was still worth the weight as good as the food tasted. We both enjoyed our meals.

    THE FOOD ------------------…read more= Fermier - Cheese gratin with chicken was good. Didn't blow me away, but was solid with the creaminess of the sliced potatoes and emmental cheese combined together with mixed vegetables. The cheese was very strong though, so anything else was unfortunately pretty much overpowered by it. Arrived with bread, but it DEFINITELY could use other carb options to sop it all up (e.g., rice???)! = Landais - Cheese gratin with duck. Same comment as the above, except the Landais had egg and goat cheese also mixed in with almost the same ingredients as the Fermier. THE SERVICE ----------------------- + The lone waitress, who also worked the role as greeter, cashier and bartender was friendly. + Food arrived within 10 minutes of ordering. THE SURROUNDINGS ------------------------------------ = Small, tight restaurant. = Not many tables inside - 6 in total. + Located a few blocks away from the more touristy restaurants, towards the East, on a much quieter street. RANDOM OBSERVATIONS -------------------------------------- = Nada.

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    Chez Janou - prawns in wine sauce

    Chez Janou

    4.1(705 reviews)
    2.1 kmBastille, Marais, 3ème
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    My #1 fav classic French dinner we had in Paris. The food and the atmosphere were all great. This…read moreplace seems to be a certified, capital 'e' Establishment here in Paris. Vibey 30 somethings and those of us tourists that have begrudgingly figured it out. It is close quarters inside, but when in Rome. My bestie from middle school and I shared the escargot (bless you) pasta, which was delicious, and the duck, which was exceptional. We split a very fairly priced bottle of wine and ended the night with the scoop of mousse. If they could figure out how to do that intravenously, that'd be great. The mousse reminded me of a great guilty pleasure, which is eating straight out of the can of Duncan Hines chocolate frosting (ask me how I know, I do this often, going to rebrand it to me being European). Loved it here.

    I'd say 3.5 stars but Yelp won't let me! Chez Janou is a…read morevery popular spot - we arrived an hour before open on Sunday evening and were able to get an outside table no problem. The menu features French classics and there are vegetarian options. To be honest, maybe I'm not the best to right this review because French food isn't my favorite - regardless, my main complaint is just that the food lacked the extra flavor I was hoping for but it was still solid. The Ravioli Dauphine was perfectly cheesy, just needed some extra salt. The Chickpea Fries and Warm Goat Cheese were nice starters, and I liked the bread basket that was given freely - especially the inclusion of a walnut raisin bread. NOW, the star of the show and the reason you're probably here: the Chocolate Mousse. Yes it is worth the hype. Only complaint - we had some leftover and they refused to box it for us.

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    Chez Fernand - Roquefort

    Chez Fernand

    4.4(296 reviews)
    0.1 kmSaint-Michel/Odéon, Saint-Germain-Des-Prés, 6ème
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    May 2026. Popular with tourists. Charming stone wall interiors that is very lively when fully…read moreoccupied. We sat in the back (not the very back), but the front area looks very cozy --mostly reserved for French speakers, it appeared. We ate here twice in one week. Once on our own, and once with friends visiting Paris the same week as us. Two VERY different experiences. The first experience was lovely, friendly, and absolutely delicious. 4.5 stars. Simple classic French cuisine. We shared the mini raviolis stuffed with mushroom and a foie gras sauce. Wow. And shared their famous beef bourguignon. The tender beef, the sauce! I love the way they plate it too. Delicious. And a bottle of Cabernet Franc from Bourgueil (Loire Valley). The second visit (3 star) was very different from the first visit. Less friendly, borderline rude, took a long while for table service even though it was not busy, rolled their eyes about us sharing and at our wine bottle selection. We didn't feel welcomed. Food remains good, but not outstanding. Roll of the dice on service. I'd say if you're in the area and you don't have to wait it'd be worthwhile, otherwise seek a less touristy spot.

    Excellent French restaurant kind of hidden in the Saint Germain area of Paris. But inside, it is a…read morequaint, almost rustic style for Parisian cuisine. Actually found this place by accident as we were strolling through the area (I'm a tourist by the way). Service was excellent from start to finish and our server spoke perfect English, which made the experience easier for my wife and I. We settled on the 4 course meal, which we shared. There are many restaurants such as this, but it is worth the service and experience trying French cuisine.

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    Chez Fernand - Le légendaire bœuf Bourguignon aux joues de bœuf Black Angus, pommes vapeur.

    Le légendaire bœuf Bourguignon aux joues de bœuf Black Angus, pommes vapeur.

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    Le Soufflé - pistachio soufflé + chocolate sauce

    Le Soufflé

    4.3(382 reviews)
    1.5 kmConcorde/Madeleine, 1er
    €€€

    It is somewhat cliche but I love Le Souffle. It is always consistently good. These are hearty rich…read moresouffles not the light as air ones Their cheese souffle and foie souffles are amazing. Don't pass up on their dessert ones as well... the chocolate and Grand Marnier are both excellent

    It was my first time trying soufflé (baked egg-based dish) and it was a great dining experience! We…read moremade a reservation for lunch and were promptly seated upon arrival. Le Soufflé doesn't only have soufflés, but it was definitely what we were eyeing to order. They have savory and sweet soufflés, so we made sure to get at least one of each. We started with the cheese soufflé and French onion soup combo, the beef bourguignon soufflé, and ended with the soufflé Grand Marnier for dessert. The cheese soufflé and French onion soup combo was a great appetizer to our meal. It also came with a couple bites of salad. I didn't have French onion soup until this meal, so I was really looking forward to it and it did not disappoint! The beef bourguignon soufflé was absolutely delicious as well and packed with flavor. The soufflé Grand Marnier was a perfect end to our meal, the liqueur added a nice alcoholic taste to the soufflé and is a great addition if you're looking for just a bit of alcohol in your system. The soufflés are the perfect size for sharing, so I would recommend doing that and trying a variety of dishes. Le Soufflé was a unique French dining and I would absolutely recommend them!

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